Ispaghula husk Prescribing at ONGAR HEALTH CENTRE
Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System
Items (12m)
220
Total Quantity
8,130
NHS Cost
£1.5K
vs National Avg
+67%
ONGAR HEALTH CENTRE prescribed 220 items of Ispaghula husk over the last 12 months at a cost of £1,542 to the NHS. This is 67% above the national average prescribing rate. Ispaghula husk is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
25
Jul 2026
19
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
16
Jul 2026
20
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
12
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 220 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 8,130 |
| Total NHS Cost | £1,542 |
| Presentations | 6 different forms |
| vs National Average | +67% |
Ispaghula husk Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 220 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 132 items |
| Difference | +67% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.